Describe an experiment to determine the density of a liquid.

The density of a liquid is determined by first finding its mass and then its volume.

1. Take an empty beaker and measure its mass by using a common beam balance. Let the mass be M₁ g.
2. Take some amount of liquid and pour it into the empty beaker. Measure its mass again. Let it be M₂ g.
3. The difference between M₂ and M₁ gives the mass(M) of the liquid. M = M₂ - M₁.
4. Pour the liquid from beaker into a measuring cylinder. Note the volume of the liquid. Let it be V mL or V g cm^-3.
5. Calculate the density of the liquid using the following formula:

$\text{Density} = \dfrac{\text{Mass}}{\text{Volume}}$

$\text{D} = \dfrac{\text{M}}{\text{V}}{\text{ g cm}^{-3}}$